Welcome to your essential guide on Generative AI (GenAI) in education!
This section serves as an attempt towards providing inclusive and accessible resource designed to deepen understanding of AI content generation tools in Academia.
We welcome you to explore the potential opportunities these technologies bring to educational settings and become aware of the challenges they pose. Our goal is to help the academic community effectively mitigate risks while maximising the benefits, enhancing the learning journey of students. By integrating GenAI responsibly, we hope all academic institutions are able to equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a future shaped by advanced technologies.
Although GenAI has been a part of the technological landscape for some time, its rapid expansion in 2023 has left academia still grappling with its full implications. Workplaces are increasingly ready and are incorporating GenAI skills, yet many in the educational sector remain uncertain, apprehensive, and concerned about its impact on student learning, cognitive development, and academic integrity. At the AI Ethics Lab under ENAI WG Centre for Academic Integrity, we are committed to collaborating with educational partners and stakeholders to research, understand, and develop resources. Our mission is to support students, teachers, policymakers, parents, and employers to work synergistically with technology for the betterment of student success and future learning readiness.
Explore this section to see the work our Centre's members have been engaged in and get in touch to know more!
Generative AI refers to a type of artificial intelligence technology that can generate new content, ranging from text, images, and music to code and beyond. It's based on machine learning models, particularly those known as generative models, which learn from vast amounts of data to create outputs that are similar but not identical to the original data.
PILLARS OF OPPORTUNITY AND RISKS
GenAI in Teaching and Learning
Opportunity: GenAI can personalize learning experiences, providing tailored educational content that adapts to individual student needs.
Risk: There is a potential for reduced student engagement and critical thinking skills as AI-generated content might oversimplify complex learning processes.
GenAI in Assessment
Opportunity: GenAI offers the ability to automate and enhance the grading process, allowing for more consistent and timely feedback.
Risk: The integrity of assessments may be compromised if students rely on AI tools to complete assignments, potentially leading to issues with academic honesty.
GenAI in Research
Opportunity: GenAI accelerates data analysis and interpretation, enabling researchers to generate insights and conclusions with unprecedented speed and efficiency.
Risk: Over-reliance on AI for data processing and analysis could lead to a lack of scrutiny over research methodologies and results, risking the quality of scholarly work.
Collaborate with the Centre to Pioneer Best Practices in GenAI
As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence in education, we invite stakeholders across the educational spectrum to join forces with the Centre.
Our project aims to develop a comprehensive 'Barrel of Good Practice Scenarios' using Generative AI in Teaching and Learning, Assessments, and Research. This initiative began in 2023 in response to widespread community demand for a robust support system that enhances educational practices through GenAI.
Opportunities for Collaboration:
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Resource Development: Contribute to creating an open-access repository that will house best practices, success stories, and innovative methodologies.
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Ethical Standards: Help establish guidelines and obtain necessary ethical approvals to ensure responsible AI usage.
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Evidence Gathering: Assist in collecting and documenting evidence of the impact of GenAI applications in educational settings, guiding targeted improvements.
This project encompasses higher education and K-12 schools across the UAE, aiming to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas and practices. We plan to share our findings and successes through various platforms, including national symposiums, roundtable discussions, workshops, and training sessions. Results will also be disseminated through presentations and publications to reach a broader audience.
Recognition and Participation: Each contributor's efforts will be duly acknowledged, and authors, teachers, and students involved will have opportunities to present their work at major educational events. This collaborative endeavour not only aims to advance the use of GenAI in education but also ensures that the benefits of these technologies are realized across our learning communities.
Join us in shaping the future of education by leveraging the potential of Generative AI to enhance teaching, learning, and research. Together, we can build a foundation of knowledge that prepares our students for a world where AI plays a pivotal role.
Download ECAIU Good Practice Guide
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Download ECAIU Practical Guide for Students
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Download Abstract booklet from National Symposium 2024
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